Slayton, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Nobles County County
Slayton, MN
At a Glance
How Slayton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Slayton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Slayton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Slayton residents earn a median household income of $65,724 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,760. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 638 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Slayton is $160,400 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $256,075. Median rent is $718/month, with 23.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1961.
Safety & Crime
Slayton reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 814/100K.
Education
31.4% of adults in Slayton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Slayton has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches.